Real Madrid deliver 11-word reply to Virgil van Dijk after Liverpool offer
Real Madrid have reportedly rejected the opportunity to sign Virgil van Dijk in the summer transfer window, according to a Spanish source that has identified the Liverpool target Los Blancos are focusing on instead.
Widely regarded as one of the Premier League’s top defenders, Van Dijk has cemented his status as a Liverpool legend. Since his £75 million move from Southampton in January 2018, the Dutchman has helped the Reds secure the Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup (twice), and Champions League titles.
Under Arne Slot, Liverpool are on course to win the Premier League again, with Van Dijk playing a crucial role. The 33-year-old has featured in all 30 league matches this season, contributing one goal and one assist. His defensive leadership has been instrumental, with Liverpool conceding just 27 goals and suffering only one defeat.
Despite his influence, Van Dijk’s future at Anfield remains uncertain. His contract expires this summer, and no extension has been agreed upon, raising the possibility of a departure.
According to Defensa Central, Van Dijk’s agent approached Madrid last week and offered the defending Spanish and European champions the chance to sign the Dutchman on a free transfer this summer.
Real Madrid want Dean Huijsen instead of Virgil van Dijk
According to Defensa Central, Madrid want to sign a younger centre-back who can be part of the team for the long term.
In recent seasons, Los Blancos have signed some of the best young players in the world to build a team that can dominate Europe for years.
Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior, Endrick and Eduardo Camavinga are just some of the youngsters that Madrid have recruited in recent years.
Defensa Central has claimed that Madrid want to sign Dean Huijsen and are monitoring the Bournemouth defender closely.
Although Madrid have not made a final decision on whether or not to make a bid for the centre-back, Los Blancos can afford to pay his release clause of £50million.
Williams is one of the best young wingers in the world and is a star for Athletic Bilbao and Spain.
Both Arsenal and Madrid have been in contact with Williams, who is claimed to have decided on his next club.
Madrid were linked with Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes a few days ago, and now it has been claimed that Los Blancos have interested in one of his Portugal international team-mates who is at Manchester City.
